06-11-2008
02:33 PM
10 Loves
I found your web page blog through my brother-in-law. What a great description of visiting Boeing's plant in Renton. As a member of the flying public, I always try and choose Southwest since it's such a well-run company. Keep up the good work.
On a personal note, years ago my son and I (who was 12 years old at the time) had the opportunity to help Phil Cavello (sp?) (former Southwest flight attendant) produce a video for Southwest employees. It was made to help raise money for a great Dallas charity - Challenge Air. The Southwest employees at headquarters were wonderful to work with. They allowed my son the opportunity to sit behind one of the 737 training simulators while I recorded some on-camera interviews. Being that he had been totally immersed into airplanes and flying since he was 4 years old, that proved to be a huge, exciting experience for him. In fact, he started flying planes at age 13, soloed at 16, and received his multi-engine and instrument rating when he was 18. Well, my son is 25 now and works as an Aerospace Engineer at the Renton Boeing facility. He continues to fly privately and loves what he does. These days, if's refreshing to experience the outstanding customer service of both Boeing and Southwest Airlines. Here's to continued success!
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09-17-2006
05:14 PM
31 Loves
Great job helping your People in a time of need.
How about a post-K blog entry from an MSY team member?!
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OMG! I like love going to the like chili cook off with my boyfriend!!!!! It's better than going on vacation to Hawaii!!! Like OMG I can't wait!!!!!
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Sunny,
What a great story! Southwest Airlines has always been very near and dear to my heart. Back in the early 90s, my older brother had a summer job at SWA. My brother is mentally challenged and has a fondness for airplanes, so this was a dream job for him. The fact that SWA reaches out to the community and continuously does such wonderful things is so inspiring! My brother went to work with confidence was thrilled to work near the airplanes! When he talks about his days at SWA that summer, his eyes still light up! And I cannot thank you enough for that.
My degree is in Human Resources, and in every class at one time or another, SWA was used as learning tool and an example for everything from charismatic leadership to the benefit structure. So many people have learned so much from this great company.
I too spent a fair share of my college days "slinging drinks" in a bar, and that experience has proven to be just as valuable as a business degree to me! I am currently waiting tables on the side, so I am an auditor/waitress - a unique combo to say the least.
And my unique skill set belongs at a unique company! ;-)
I've applied online to SWA for a few different accounting positions, but no dice yet. I'm ready to be part of a company I love! As you can probably imagine, FUN jobs in the world of accounting and finance are non-existant (well, except at SWA!) so I will not give up too easily!
Thanks again for your post - you're an inspiration!
Nicole
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03-14-2007
06:39 AM
16 Loves
Hi Sunny:I was just browsing SWA website and I saw your blog. Some years ago I took a group of Canadian airline people to meet Southwest and you made all the arrangements for them to see your people in the various departments and to take us on a tour of the facilities. We had a great time thanks to you. I still remember the pop corn machine in the lobby and the Southwest museum on the second floor and the family pictures in the hallways. Your were then Sunny Stone. I can see from the comments in the blog you are still doing a great job at helping out people. All the best and keep having fun.
Wayne
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